A Sound Beginning, LLC

A Sound Beginning, LLC ASB's dedicated team of LSLS auditory verbal therapists, speech pathologists, and teachers help children to maximize their listening and speaking skills.

We provide pediatric speech therapy and audiology services, specializing in listening and spoken language. Let us help your child learn to listen and speak.

Support for parents matters, too. At A Sound Beginning, we provide personalized guidance to help you build your child’s ...
04/17/2026

Support for parents matters, too. At A Sound Beginning, we provide personalized guidance to help you build your child’s communication and confidence through everyday moments.
Call (443) 325-5542 to learn more.

A quick play tip: follow your child’s lead, then add one short phrase. “You built it. Tall tower.” These little expansio...
04/16/2026

A quick play tip: follow your child’s lead, then add one short phrase. “You built it. Tall tower.” These little expansions help language grow naturally in everyday play. Check more info: https://asoundbeginning.org.

If your baby needs a diagnostic hearing test, we can do a natural-sleep ABR while your baby sleeps in your arms or a bas...
04/15/2026

If your baby needs a diagnostic hearing test, we can do a natural-sleep ABR while your baby sleeps in your arms or a bassinet. We’ll share simple prep tips so the visit feels smooth and supported. Know more: https://asoundbeginning.org.

Baby Beats is a parent-child music class for ages 4 to 18 months, designed to help build early listening and language sk...
04/14/2026

Baby Beats is a parent-child music class for ages 4 to 18 months, designed to help build early listening and language skills through sound, movement, and simple routines you can repeat at home. Contact us today: (443) 325-5542.

April is Autism Awareness Month 💙At our practice, we’re taking time to increase understanding, compassion, and support f...
04/13/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month 💙

At our practice, we’re taking time to increase understanding, compassion, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Autism looks different for everyone. It can impact communication, social interaction, sensory processing, and more—but it also comes with unique strengths, perspectives, and ways of experiencing the world.

As speech-language pathologists, we’re here to:
💙 Support communication in all its forms
💙 Help individuals build meaningful connections
💙 Empower families with tools and education
💙 Promote understanding within our community

Awareness is the first step toward inclusion. The more we learn, the better we can support and uplift autistic individuals in ways that respect who they are.

Learn more about our services for individuals with autism at https://asoundbeginning.org/

Speech practice doesn’t need to feel like homework. 🙅‍♀️Try this instead:🎲 Board games (practice target words each turn)...
04/11/2026

Speech practice doesn’t need to feel like homework. 🙅‍♀️

Try this instead:
🎲 Board games (practice target words each turn)
🚗 Car rides (“I spy something with S…”)
📖 Books (repeat fun words together)

Short + playful = more progress

Consistency beats perfection. 💬✨

Turn everyday moments into speech practice opportunities. Discover how at https://asoundbeginning.org/

If your child has multiple sound errors…Start with ONE.Not five. Not all of them. ONE 👇Why?Because success builds moment...
04/10/2026

If your child has multiple sound errors…

Start with ONE.

Not five. Not all of them. ONE 👇

Why?
Because success builds momentum.

Mastering one sound:
✨ Builds confidence
✨ Improves clarity
✨ Makes the next sound easier

Small wins = big progress 💛

One sound at a time can change everything. Explore more at https://asoundbeginning.org/

“My child understands everything, they just don’t talk yet.”I hear this all the time 💬And yes, understanding language is...
04/09/2026

“My child understands everything, they just don’t talk yet.”
I hear this all the time 💬

And yes, understanding language is a GREAT sign. But expressive language (talking) is a separate skill.

If your child --
👉 Follows directions
👉 Points or gestures
👉 But they aren’t using many words

They may still need support to express themselves. And that’s okay 💛

Explore more on our website -- https://asoundbeginning.org/

"My child can say the sound in therapy… but not at home!”This is SO common. 👇Speech sounds develop in stages:1️⃣ Sound i...
04/08/2026

"My child can say the sound in therapy… but not at home!”

This is SO common. 👇

Speech sounds develop in stages:
1️⃣ Sound in isolation
2️⃣ Words
3️⃣ Sentences
4️⃣ Conversation

That last step? The hardest.

Practice in REAL life (not just drills) is what makes it stick. 💬

Bridge the gap between therapy and home. Learn more at https://asoundbeginning.org/

"He’ll grow out of it".Sometimes that’s true. But sometimes, it delays the help a child really needs.Whether it’s -- 👶 L...
04/07/2026

"He’ll grow out of it".
Sometimes that’s true. But sometimes, it delays the help a child really needs.

Whether it’s --
👶 Late talking
🧩 Autism support
🗣️ Speech sound errors

Early support makes everything easier.
If something feels off, know that you’re not overreacting 💛
Trust your gut.

Visit our website for more information -- https://asoundbeginning.org/

If a child is overwhelmed… they can’t communicate effectively.Before words come:💛 Feeling safe💛 Feeling regulated💛 Feeli...
04/06/2026

If a child is overwhelmed… they can’t communicate effectively.

Before words come:
💛 Feeling safe
💛 Feeling regulated
💛 Feeling understood

If your child is melting down, scripting, or shutting down,

Focus on connection first.

Language comes AFTER regulation.

Help your child feel safe, regulated, and understood. Explore more at https://asoundbeginning.org/

We provide newborn screening follow-up and diagnostic hearing tests for infants, helping you feel confident about your l...
04/04/2026

We provide newborn screening follow-up and diagnostic hearing tests for infants, helping you feel confident about your little one’s hearing and development. Learn more at https://asoundbeginning.org or call us at (443) 325-5542.

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9011 Chevrolet Drive Suite #18
Ellicott City, MD
21042

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 11am

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+14433255542

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A Sound Beginning

We know that each person can reach their full potential when given the right guidance, and support. People with hearing loss, articulation and language delays, and other communication challenges are no different. The professionals at A Sound Beginning are dedicated to helping our clients meet and exceed their goals!